Quick Summary: Reimbursing Medical Travel Expenses in New York

Under New York Insurance Law (No-Fault) and NY Workers’ Compensation Law, injured individuals are entitled to reimbursement for reasonable travel and transportation costs incurred while attending medical appointments, physical therapy, and IME exams.

  • What Is Covered? Mileage for personal vehicles, public transit fares, taxi/rideshare fees, tolls, and parking fees.
  • Mileage Rates: Reimbursed at official IRS/NYS mileage allowance rates per mile driven to and from medical providers.
  • Other Reasonable Expenses: Up to $25 per day for necessary daily household services and travel assistance under No-Fault.

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Rules for Travel Expense Reimbursement in NY Personal Injury Claims

When recovering from a motor vehicle crash or workplace injury, traveling back and forth to doctors, physical therapy centers, diagnostic imaging centers, and court-ordered Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) quickly accumulates significant out-of-pocket costs.

Both NY No-Fault insurance carriers and Workers’ Compensation boards require written documentation before reimbursing transportation expenses. Keeping accurate logs is essential to recovering your funds without unreasonable delays.

How to Properly Document Your Transportation Costs

To guarantee full reimbursement from the insurance adjuster, maintain a detailed travel log that includes:

  • Date & Location: Date of travel, starting address, and complete medical provider address.
  • Mileage & Toll Receipts: Exact round-trip mileage driven and physical receipts for parking or tolls.
  • Public Transit / Taxi Receipts: Bus, train, or rideshare receipts clearly matching appointment dates.
  • Doctor Verification: Written attendance proof or medical billing statements confirming you attended the appointment on that date.

In addition to transportation reimbursement, serious accident victims often qualify for additional financial compensation for pain, suffering, and future medical care. Contact an experienced Staten Island car accident attorney at Minchew & Santner, LLP to discuss your rights.

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